Visiting
Admission
Adults £3.00 Children free
At Coultershaw you can:
- Watch the waterwheel drive the Beam Pump to produce an impressive water spout.
- Learn how the Beam Pump was installed in 1782 to pump water to Petworth House and town, 1 ½ miles to the north.
- See the Archimedes screw turbine using water to generate electricity.
- Visit the Engine House, and try pumping water with the hand pumps.
- Walk around the canal basin to see the remains of the 18th century lock, canal warehouses and stables.
- Look out for the wide variety of wildlife and you may see fish climbing the fish ladder!
- Explore the site using our FREE family nature trail.
Access
There is wheelchair access over nearly all of the site including a view of the waterwheel. Paths near the river are uneven in places and can be soft after heavy rain.
Toilets with wheelchair access.
Dogs welcome
Video Tour of the Coultershaw Heritage Site
Click image below for a Virtual Panoramic Tour of Coultershaw and other Petworth heritage sites, introduced by Lord Egremont
Groups
Pre-booked groups of all ages and interests are welcome, including on days when the site is not normally open. A relevant introductory talk can be provided in the Warehouse, together with drinks and biscuits if required.
Contact the curator for details and to book
Learning
A programme of activities for schools and educational groups is offered. The heated Warehouse with toilets provides a space for indoor activities and talks.
For learning enquiries and bookings, contact us